1999 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 330 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |